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    USB AUDIO INTERFACE
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    							2CI2+ Operation Manual
    1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!
    This product, when installed as indicated in the 
    instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC 
    requirements. Modifications not expressly 
    approved by Yamaha may void your authority, 
    granted by the FCC, to use the product.
    2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to 
    accessories and/or another product use only high 
    quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this 
    product MUST be used. Follow all installation 
    instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void 
    your FCC authorization to use this product in the 
    USA.
    3. NOTE: This product has been tested and found to 
    comply with the requirements listed in FCC Regula-
    tions, Part 15 for Class “B” digital devices. Compli-
    ance with these requirements provides a 
    reasonable level of assurance that your use of this 
    product in a residential environment will not result 
    in harmful interference with other electronic 
    devices. This equipment generates/uses radio fre-
    quencies and, if not installed and used according to 
    the instructions found in the users manual, may 
    cause interference harmful to the operation of other 
    electronic devices. Compliance with FCC regula-
    tions does not guarantee t hat interference will not  occur in all installations. If this product is found to 
    be the source of interference, which can be deter-
    mined by turning the unit “OFF” and “ON”, please 
    try to eliminate the problem by using one of the fol-
    lowing measures:
    Relocate either this product or the device that is 
    being affected by the interference. 
    Utilize power outlets that are on different branch 
    (circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line fil-
    ter/s.
    In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/
    reorient the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 
    ohm ribbon lead, change the lead-in to co-axial 
    type cable.
    If these corrective measures do not produce satis-
    factory results, please contact the local retailer 
    authorized to distribute this type of product. If you 
    can not locate the appropriate retailer, please con-
    tact Yamaha Corporation of America, Electronic 
    Service Division, 6600 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena 
    Park, CA90620
    The above statements apply ONLY to those prod-
    ucts distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America 
    or its subsidiaries.
    * This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA.
    (class B)
    FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.)
    * This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA.
    COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT(DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PROCEDURE)
    Responsible Party : Yamaha Corporation of America
    Address : 6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Calif. 90620
    Telephone : 714-522-9011
    Type of Equipment : USB AUDIO INTERFACE Model Name : CI2+
    This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
    Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
    1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
    2) this device must accept any interference receiv ed including interference that may cause undesired opera-
    tion.
    See user manual instructions if interf erence to radio reception is suspected.
    (FCC DoC) 
    						
    							CI2+ Operation Manual3
    English
    PRECAUTIONS
    PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING
    * Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
     WARNING
    Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility  of serious injury or even death 
    from electrical shock, short-circ uiting, damages, fire or other hazards. These precautions include, but 
    are not limited to, the following:
    • Do not open the device or attempt to disassemble the 
    internal parts or modify them in any way. The device 
    contains no user-serviceable parts. If it should appear to 
    be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have 
    it inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel. • Do not expose the device to rain, use it near water or in 
    damp or wet conditions, or place containers on it 
    containing liquids which might spill into any openings. If 
    any liquid such as water seeps into the device, unplug the 
    USB cable from this device immediately. Then have the 
    device inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.
    • Never insert or remove a USB cable with wet hands.
    • Do not put burning items, such as candles, on the unit.  A burning item may fall over and cause a fire.
     CAUTION
    Always follow the basic precautions  listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to you or 
    others, or damage to the device or other property.  These precautions include, but are not limited to, the 
    following:
    • Do not expose the device to excessive dust or vibrations, 
    or extreme cold or heat (such as in direct sunlight, near a 
    heater, or in a car during the day) to prevent the possibility 
    of panel disfiguration or damage to the internal 
    components.
    • Do not use the device in the vicinity of a TV, radio, stereo  equipment, mobile phone, or other electric devices. 
    Otherwise, the device, TV, or radio may generate noise.
    • Do not place the device in an unstable position where it  might accidentally fall over.
    • Before moving the device, remove all connected cables. • Before connecting the device to other electronic 
    components, turn off the power for all components. Before 
    turning the power on or off for all components, set all 
    volume levels to minimum. Also, be sure to set the 
    volumes of all components at their minimum levels and 
    gradually raise the volume controls while playing the 
    device to set the desired listening level.
    • When cleaning the device, use a soft, dry cloth. Do not use  paint thinners, solvents, cleaning fluids, or chemical-
    impregnated wiping cloths.
    Do not openWater warning
    Fire warning
    LocationConnections
    Maintenance
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    							4CI2+ Operation Manual
    English• When turning on the AC power in your audio system, always turn on monitor speakers LAST, to avoid speaker 
    damage. When turning the power off, monitor speakers 
    should be turned off FIRST for the same reason.
    • Do not insert a finger or hand in any gaps on the device.
    • Never insert or drop paper, metallic, or other objects into  the gaps on the panel. If this happens, unplug the USB 
    cable from this device immediately. Then have the device 
    inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel. • Do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on the device, 
    since this might discolor the panel.
    • Do not rest your weight on, or place heavy objects on the  device, and do not use excessive force on the buttons, 
    switches or connectors.
    • Do not use the instrument/device or headphones for a long  period of time at a high or uncomfortable volume level, 
    since this can cause permanent hearing loss. If you 
    experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult 
    a physician.
    Always unplug the USB cable from a computer or turn off the com puter to turn off the device when the device is not in use.
    NOTICE
    • This manual is the exclusive copyrights of Yamaha 
    Corporation.
    • Use of the software and this manual is governed by the  license agreement which the purchaser fully agrees to 
    upon breaking the seal of the software packaging. (Please 
    read carefully the Software Licensing Agreement at the end 
    of this manual before installing the application.)
    • Copying of the software or reproduction of this manual in  whole or in part by any means is expressly forbidden 
    without the written consent of the manufacturer.
    • Yamaha Corporation makes no representations or  warranties with regard to the use of the software and 
    documentation and cannot be held responsible for the 
    results of the use of this manual and the software.
    • Future upgrades of application and system software and  any changes in specifications and functions will be 
    announced separately. 
    • The screen displays as illustrated in this manual are for  instructional purposes, and may appear somewhat 
    different from the screens which appear on your computer. 
    • Steinberg and Cubase are the registered trademarks of  Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.  • This product incorporates and bundles computer 
    programs and contents in which Steinberg Media 
    Technologies GmbH and Yamaha Corporation owns 
    copyrights or with respect to which it has license to use 
    others’ copyrights. Such copyrighted materials include, 
    without limitation, all computer software, style files, MIDI 
    files, WAVE data, musical scores and sound recordings. 
    Any unauthorized use of such programs and contents 
    outside of personal use is not permitted under relevant 
    laws. Any violation of copyright has legal consequences. 
    DON’T MAKE, DISTRIBUTE OR USE ILLEGAL COPIES.
    • Copying of the commercially available musical data  including but not limited to MIDI data and/or audio data is 
    strictly prohibited except for your personal use.
    • Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft®  Corporation in the United States and other countries.
    • Apple, Mac and Macintosh are trademarks of Apple Inc.,  registered in the U.S. and other countries.
    • The company names and product names in this manual are  the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective 
    companies.
    Handling caution
    Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modifications to the device, or data that is lost or 
    destroyed.
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    							CI2+ Operation Manual5
    English
    Contents
    Contents
    Introduction .........................................................................6
    Features ................................................................................................................................6
    Package Contents  ........................................................................................................7
    About the Included Disks  .......................................................................................7
    About the power supply  ...........................................................................................8
    The Controls and Connectors ........................................9
    Front Panel  ................................................................................................................... ......9
    Rear Panel  ................................................................................................................... .. 13
    Software Installation  ..................................................... 14
    Installing Cubase Essential  ............................................................................... 14
    Installing TOOLS for CI2 ..................................................................................... 15
    Connecting to an External Device ............................. 18
    Connection Examples  ............................................................................................ 18
    Options ....................................................................................................................... ........ 18
    Try it out  ............................................................................ 19
    Preparing for using the CI2+ with Cubase  ......................................... 19
    Recording ..................................................................................................................... .... 20
    Editing ....................................................................................................................... .......... 22
    Troubleshooting .............................................................. 23
    Uninstalling the TOOLS for CI2 .................................. 25
    Appendix ........................................................................... 26
    Input and Output Specifications  ................................................................... 26
    General Specifications  .......................................................................................... 26
    License Agreement for TOOLS for CI2  ................................................. 27 
    						
    							6CI2+ Operation Manual
    Introduction
    English
    Introduction
    Thank you for your purchase of the USB AUDIO INTERFACE CI2+. Using Cubase, the CI2+ is a 
    highly intuitive, indispensable ai d in recording, editing and sound  shaping. Simply connect the CI2+ 
    to your computer via USB, and you’ve got a comprehensive control center and seamless environment 
    for complete music production with Cubase.
    Please read the Operation Manual (this book) so that you can take full advantage of its superlative 
    features and enjoy trouble-free operation for years to come. Also keep it in a safe place for future 
    reference.
    Features
     USB bus-powered
    The CI2+ can be simply  connected to a USB 
    terminal on your computer and can operate on 
    USB bus power.
     Phantom power (+48V) can be 
    used
    Phantom power can be supplied to two analog 
    input jacks (XLR type).
    Compatible with Core Audio 
    (Mac OS X) and ASIO/WDM 
    (Windows)
    Using with a Core Audio/ASIO compatible DAW 
    software application such  as Cubase helps to 
    reduce latency (sound delay).
     Cubase Essential DAW 
    Software Supplied
    Cubase Essential softwa re, included in this 
    package, offers versatile, high-performance 
    hard-disk recording capability.
     Quick access to Cubase with 
    the Browse mode
    The Browse mode helps to create new projects 
    and new tracks quickly on Cubase.
    Quick recording with the 
    Interactive Recording function
    With the [ACTION PAD]  button (or an optional 
    Yamaha FC5 foot switch as an alternative), you 
    can use the Interactive Recording function on 
    Cubase. The Interactive Recording function pro-
    vides easy and quick recording.
     Controlling Cubase
    The AI KNOB can control a desired parameter 
    within the principal window and plug-in software 
    on Cubase, specified via the mouse pointer.
    Also, the [PLAY/STOP] button, [REC] button, 
    [PREVIOUS] button, and [NEXT] button can 
    control the transport functions such as Play and 
    Record on Cubase. 
    						
    							CI2+ Operation Manual7
    Introduction
    English
    Package Contents
    The CI2+ package contains the following items. 
    After opening the CI2+ package, make sure 
    that it includes all of the items listed below.
    •CI2+
    • CI2+ Operation Manual (this book)
    • TOOLS for CI2 CD-ROM
    • Cubase Essential DVD-ROM
    • USB-eLicenser (USB protection device)
    • ESSENTIAL PRODUCT LICENSE INFORMA-TION card
    •USB cable
    • Ferrite core
    NOTE
    The manual of Cubase Essential is a PDF file which 
    can be opened from the [Help] menu on Cubase. To 
    view PDF files, you need to install Adobe Reader on 
    your computer. You can download the latest version of 
    Adobe Reader at the following website.
    http://www.adobe.com/products/reader/
    Precautions about the USB-
    eLicenser and the ESSENTIAL 
    PRODUCT LICENSE 
    INFORMATION card
    CAUTION
    • The USB-eLicenser or the unused activation code  on the ESSENTIAL PRODUCT LICENSE INFORMA-
    TION card represent the software application li-
    cense. Losing the unused activation code or the 
    USB-eLicenser once activated can be the same as 
    losing your software product.
    • If the “USB-eLicenser” and “ESSENTIAL PRODUCT  LICENSE INFORMATION card” are lost or stolen, 
    Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH and Yamaha 
    Corporation cannot reissue them. In this case, you 
    will need to purchase the product again.
    About the Included Disks
    Disk Contents
    Each of the included disks contains the follow-
    ing software (driver).
    TOOLS for CI2 CD-ROM
    • TOOLS for CI2
    Cubase Essential DVD-ROM
    • Cubase Essential
    Special Notices
    CAUTION
    • Steinberg and Yamaha make no representations or warranties with regard to any problems while at-
    tempting to copy the disks or software and cannot 
    be held responsible for the results of attempts to 
    copy the data.
    • These disks are NOT for audio/visual purposes.  Do not attempt to play the disks on a CD/DVD 
    player. Doing so may result  in irreparable damage 
    to your audio CD/DVD player.
    IMPORTANT
    • Before breaking the seal of TOOLS for CI2 disk  package, please read carefully the Software Li-
    cense Agreement on page 27 of this manual. By 
    opening this disk package, you indicate your 
    agreement with the use terms of the software and 
    concurrence with the Software License Agreement.
    • The software (Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver,  Steinberg CI2 Extension) included in the TOOLS 
    for CI2 and the copyrights thereof are under exclu-
    sive ownership by Yamaha.
    • The software included in  the Cubase Essential 
    DVD-ROM and the copyrights thereof are under ex-
    clusive ownership by Steinberg Media Technolo-
    gies GmbH.
    • Copying/reproduction of the software in whole or  in part by any means is expressly forbidden with-
    out the written consent of the manufacturer.
    • For the latest information of the software con- tained in the accessory disk, please see the site 
    below:
    Future upgrades of application and system soft-
    ware and any changes in specifications announced 
    separately on the website.
    http://service.steinbe rg.de/goto.nsf/show/
    supportupdates_ci2plus_gb 
    						
    							8CI2+ Operation Manual
    Introduction
    English
    System Requirements for 
    Software
    The system requirements below are necessary 
    for installing software included in the accessory 
    disks (TOOLS for CI2 a nd Cubase Essential).
    Windows
    *Cubase Essential runs as a 32-bit application on Windows 
    Vista 64-bit and Windows 7 64-bit.
    Mac OS X 
    NOTE
    • A DVD drive is required for installation.
    • Note that the system requirements may be slightly 
    different from those described above depending on 
    the particular operating system.
    • Downloading the license of Cubase Essential re- quires an Internet connection.
    • The audio input and output functions of the CI2+  also work properly on Mac OS X 10.4.11. Install 
    TOOLS for CI2 to use the functions.
    About the power supply
    Power supply
    The power of the CI2+ is supplied only from the 
    computer via a USB cable. A power cable is not 
    necessary.
    Precautions when using the USB 
    terminal
    Be sure to observe the following points when 
    connecting to the computer’s USB interface. 
    Failing to do so may result in the computer 
    freezing or shutting down, as well as corruption 
    or even loss of data. If the device or computer 
    does freeze, restart the application or computer.
    NOTICE
    • Be sure to wake the computer from sleep/sus-
    pended/standby mode before making a connection 
    to the computer’s USB terminal.
    • Always quit all applications running on the com- puter before connecting or disconnecting the USB 
    cable.
    • When connecting or disconnecting the USB cable,  be sure to set the MASTER control to the mini-
    mum.
    • Wait at least 6 seconds between connecting or dis- connecting the USB cable.
    NOTE
    To prevent electromagnetic interference, fasten the 
    ferrite core to the USB cable near the USB terminal on 
    the CI2+.
    OS:
    Windows XP Professional (SP3)/
    Windows XP Home Edition (SP3)/
    Windows Vista (SP1 or later, 
    32-bit/64-bit*)/
    Windows 7 (32-bit/64-bit*)
    CPU:2GHz or more (dual core CPU rec-
    ommended)
    Memory:1GB or more
    Display Resolution:1280 x 800 — full color
    Interface:Equipped with a USB terminal
    Hard Disk:Free disk space of 4GB or more; 
    high-speed hard disk
    OS:Mac OS X 10.5.5 or later/
    Mac OS X 10.6.x
    CPU:PowerPC G5 (Intel Core Duo CPU 
    recommended)
    Memory:1GB or more
    Display Resolution:1280 x 800 — full color
    Interface:Equipped with a USB terminal
    Hard Disk:Free disk space of 4GB or more; 
    high-speed hard disk
    Ferrite core
    USB terminal
    on the CI2+ USB cable 
    						
    							CI2+ Operation Manual9
    The Controls and Connectors
    English
    The Controls and Connectors
    Front Panel
    Mixer section
    [HI-Z INPUT 1] button
    This button switches the HI-Z on ( 0)/off ( /) 
    for the analog input jack 1. When directly con-
    necting an electric guitar or electric bass that 
    has passive pickups and no built-in preamp to 
    the analog input jack 1,  turn the [HI-Z] button 
    on. 
    NOTE
    • Use an unbalanced phone cable when you connect  an electric guitar or electric bass and turn the [HI-Z] 
    button on. If you use a balanced cable or an XLR 
    cable in such a case, this device will not work cor-
    rectly.
    • If no device is connected to analog input jack 1, turn  this button off. Otherwise noise may occur.
     [MONO] button
    This button allows analog  input jacks 1 and 2 to 
    be used either as separate mono channels or as 
    a stereo pair. When the button is on ( 0), analog 
    input jacks 1 and 2 function as independent 
    mono channels feeding both the L and R LINE 
    OUT jacks. It is used to monitor the sound of 
    the microphone or guitar connected to the ana-
    log input jack 1 in the center of the monitor 
    speakers. When the button is off ( /), analog in-
    put jack 1 and 2 function as a stereo pair: the 
    analog input jack 1 signal feeds the L LINE 
    OUT jack and the analog input jack 2 signal 
    feeds the R LINE OUT jack. Switching this but-
    ton on/off does not affect the signal sent to the 
    computer.
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    Mixer section
    AI KNOB section 
    						
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    The Controls and Connectors
    English
    INPUT 1/2 GAIN controls/PEAK 
    Indicator
    Adjusts the input signal  level. The signal that 
    has passed through the GAIN control will be 
    sent to the computer. To achieve the best bal-
    ance of the recording level between S/N ratio 
    and dynamic range, adjust the level so that the 
    PEAK Indicator lights only occasionally and 
    briefly on the highest input transients.
     [PHANTOM INPUT 1&2] button/
    Indicator
    This button switches the phantom power 
    (+48V) on ( 0)/off ( /). If you turn the button 
    on, the CI2+ supplies phantom power to the an-
    alog input jack 1 and 2 (XLR-type). The indica-
    tor lights when the button  is turned on. Turn this 
    button on when using a phantom-powered con-
    denser microphone.
    CAUTION
    • Make sure that phantom power is turned OFF un- less it is needed.
    • When turning phantom power ON, make sure that  no equipment other than phantom-powered de-
    vices such as condenser microphones are con-
    nected. Devices other than condenser 
    microphones may be damaged if connected to the 
    phantom power supply. Note, however, that the 
    switch may be left on when connecting to balanced 
    dynamic microphones. When connecting an unbal-
    anced device to the analog input jacks (1/4" phone 
    type) and phantom power is turned on, hum or 
    noise may result; this is not a malfunction or fail-
    ure in the device.
    • Do not connect or disconnect a device while phan- tom power is applied. Doing so can damage the 
    connected device and/or the unit itself.
    • To protect your speaker system, leave the monitor  speakers (powered spe akers) turned off when 
    switching the phantom power on/off. It’s also a 
    good idea turn all master control and output vol-
    ume controls down to minimum. Neglect of these 
    precautions may result in large noise bursts that 
    may damage your equipment, your ears, or both.
     MASTER control
    Adjusts the signal level  sent to the LINE OUT 
    jacks. This allows you to adjust the overall vol-
    ume without changing the relative volume bal-
    ance among the channels. This control does not 
    affect the signal sent to the computer.
     PHONES control
    Adjusts the signal leve l sent to the PHONES 
    jack, since this output signal is not affected by 
    the MASTER control.
     MIX control (INPUT—DAW)
    Adjusts the signal level balance between the 
    signal from the analog input jacks and the sig-
    nal from an application software, such as DAW. 
    This control does not affect the signal sent to 
    the computer.
    AI KNOB section
    The functions of the AI  KNOB section differ ac-
    cording to the mode, Norm al or Browse. Normal 
    mode is the conventional mode. When a window 
    such as Browse Sounds window in Cubase is 
    opened, the mode changes to the Browse mode 
    automatically. In Browse mode, you can use the 
    button   AI KNOB,   [LOCK] button,  
     [PRE-
    VIOUS] button,   [NEXT] button, and  ! [AC-
    TION PAD] button to navi gate through Cubase 
    windows, e.g. the Browse Sounds dialog. Below 
    are the explanations of the function in Normal 
    mode. Refer to “The func tions of AI KNOB sec-
    tion in the Normal mode and the Browse mode” 
    on page 12 for explanations of the function in 
    the Browse mode.
     AI KNOB
    Turning the AI KNOB
    This multi-function knob can control a desired 
    parameter within the principal window and plug-
    in software in Cubase,  specified via the mouse 
    pointer.
    Pressing the AI KNOB
    Opens certain windows in Cubase, such as the 
    Browse Sounds window (at which the mode 
    changes to the Browse  mode automatically). 
    For details, refer to the following table. 
    						
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